Ferragamo Family's Il Borro Estate Blends Tuscan History with Luxury Hospitality

The Ferragamo family's Il Borro estate in Tuscany, purchased in 1993 by Ferruccio Ferragamo, is a meticulously restored 1,000-year-old hamlet offering luxury accommodations and workshops. Located 30 minutes from Arezzo and less than an hour from Florence, the estate features a medieval village with artisan workshops, a riding school, infinity pool, and flagship restaurant Osteria del Borro. Ferruccio Ferragamo, chairman of Salvatore Ferragamo, discovered the property on a hunting trip in the early '90s. His children Salvatore (CEO) and Vittoria (head of sustainability) manage daily operations. The estate's history dates to Roman times, was contested by Arezzo and Florence in the medieval period, and was damaged by German forces during WWII. Guests can explore botteghe including jewelry restorer Oro del Borro, shoemaker Palaia, and embroidery workshop Busatti. The estate produces olive oil, honey, and cheese, and maintains traditional farming practices with Chianina cattle.